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After a long hiatus due to COVID, Sea to Sky is back!

Get ready to swing your heart out in November 2023 at the ultimate West Coast Swing event.

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Western Caribbean Ballroom Dance Cruise 2023

January 28 to february 4, 2023- 7 nights/8 days.

• Fort Lauderdale round trip western Caribbean ballroom dance cruise  
• Visit the Roatan, Belize, Costa Maya, and Cozumel
• Dance party and camaraderie every evening.
• Special dance workshops from world class professionals
• Choose between ballroom and nightclub, Argentine tango, or take both tracks.
• Visit the Western Caribbean and Central America
• Our exceptional team will offer technique and styling classes
• Beaches, water sports, the newest ship in the Princess fleet
• Welcome cocktail party with open bar

Included:  8 days/7 nights aboard the Princess Sky, cocktail party with open bar, all meals, gratuities, beverage package, nightly entertainment, nightly dancing ballroom dance, hustle, Latin dance, west coast swing, lots of time to mingle with our pros, assistance with pre and post cruise planning, 6 group dances classes, 7 hosted dance evenings. Please note that all schedules are subject to change based on ship modifications.

American Style Ballroom and night club dancing with Steven James

Steven’s love of movement began on the stage as part of Theatre Beyond Words, a theatre company that took him on tour across North America, Europe and Asia. Yet Ballroom and Latin dance kept pulling him. It was Jennifer Jones, CEO and Dean of Joy of Dance Centre and Teachers College who convinced him that he should pursue his passion. Steve is teaches American smooth and rhythm as well as West Coast Swing and Hustle.

Steven received his certification from Canadian DanceSport Federation in American Ballroom Smooth and Rhythm. His love and passion for teaching American Smooth and Rhythm comes from the deep belief that dancing is a fun, liberating and energizing experience that heightens awareness of the body and creates a unique connection between people.

Andrea and Wolf both grew up immersed in dance, and each has been dancing tango for more than 20 years. They met – through tango – in 2003, immediately began teaching together and a few years later opened their own school, MonTango, which has become one of the top Argentine tango schools in Montreal and recently celebrated its 14th anniversary. Andrea and Wolf have performed at a number of festivals over the years, have made several television appearances and have taught in several cities around the country. They organize the Tanguerafest festival every year and have created, produced and directed a series of four stage shows titled Historias de Tango. Andrea and Wolf have become known for the passion they convey when they dance, the quality of their teaching and the warm, inclusive atmosphere at their milongas. Wolf is especially known for his strong lead and deep understanding of posture and movement. Andrea – also a yoga instructor – has built a following for her creative, intuitive DJing as well as for her writing. Her tango blog, lifeisatango.blogspot.com , ranks among the top ten in the world and in 2021 she published a book titled 25 Tango Lessons.

Not included: Travel insurance, flights, personal purchases,  private lessons.

Prices: Starting at $1,500 USD per person -double occupancy – including all dance events, dance classes, cocktail reception, gratuities, cruise fare, port fees and taxes. Please note that schedules are subject to change based on ship requirements and might on rare occasions conflict with shore excursions. Contact us for single occupancy pricing and all cabin types: inside cabin, ocean view, balcony, suites.

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WEST COAST SWING CHAMPIONS AT SEA "8" CRUISE 2024

THIS CRUISE IS CURRENTLY SOLD OUT ! BUT... WE HAVE ESTABLISHED A WAITING LIST IN THE EVENT WE HAVE ANY CANCELATIONS.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE ON OUR WAITING LIST FOR AVAILABLE SPACES..

CONTACT LAURIE SALIT at 954-292-1262 USA or

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A ONE OF A KIND DANCE EVENT !

8th ANNUAL WCS CHAMPIONS AT SEA

MARCH 11-16-2024

DEPARTING FT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA

ABOARD ROYAL CARIBBEAN'S INDEPENDENCE OF THE SEAS !

FIVE GLORIOUS DAYS & NIGHTS OF DANCING !!!!!

RELAXED SCHEDULE

8 TO 12 HOURS OF WORKSHOPS !

PORTS OF CALL - NASSAU, BAHAMAS AND FALMOUTH, JAMAICA

LATE NIGHT DANCING EVERY NIGHT !

YOUR INSTRUCTORS ON BOARD - THE CHAMPIONS:

(1)JORDAN FRISBEE AND TATIANA MOLLMANN

(2) KYLE REDD AND SARAH VANN DRAKE

(3) MARKUS SMITH AND TRENDLYON VEAL

Super Star WCS DJ...Louis St George

MON, MARCH 11 MIAMI, FL - Let the games begin

TUE,  MARCH 12 NASSAU, BAHAMAS IN PORT - FUN BY DAY DANCE AT NIGHT

WED, MARCH 13 At SEA - DANCE WORKSHOPS BY DAY - DANCE AT NIGHT

THUR, MARCH 14 FALMOUTH,JAMAICA - IN PORT BY DAY - DANCING AT NIGHT

FRI, MARCH 15 AT SEA - DANCE WORKSHOPS BY DAY - DANCE AT NIGHT

SAT, MARCH 16 MIAMI, FL - ARRIVE BACK IN MIAMI EARLY MORNING. Get off the ship and head home or where ever you plan to go next.

Here are this years rates. Call and book your cabin now while the cabin selection is at it's best !

Category Description Guest Group Fare

Pricing is Per Person based on 2 people per cabin

MARCH 11-16-2024 Pricing !

2V - Interior cabin SOLD OUT

4N - Ocean View cabin SOLD OUT

4D - Balcony Cabin - "SOLD OUT"

4B - Balcony cabin SOLD OUT

2B - Balcony cabin SOLD OUT

Suite pricing upon request

(Does not include Port fees and Taxes of about $148.24)

Important Note: Book right away with our travel agent as cabins will get sold quickly on this cruise!

Important Note to Our Westie Friends About West Coast Swing Champions At Sea(tm)MARCH 11-16-2024

1. PLEASE call our exclusive travel agent Laurie Salit at 954-292-1262 or email her at [email protected] .We're holding a new block of best-priced cabins, but when they're gone, they're definitely gone. ..Call or email Laurie TODAY !

2. Very Important New Update - all participants must book through our travel agent to participate in West Coast Swing Champions At Sea. This is a private group event on board the ship. Booking directly with the cruise line or other travel agents DOES NOT register you for this event or give you access to the classes or our nightly dances.

SUMMARY OF HIGHLIGHTS:

5 days and nights non-stop dancing aboard the equivalent of a floating city. Departing from Miami, Florida USA to the Western Caribbean.

The Ultimate WCS Dance Cruise Vacation, Dance workshops with the Champions, Dance Parties Every Night, dance exhibitions by our pros and who knows what else we will come up with. What happens on the ship stays on the ship !

The cruise line is giving us a private space for our nightly dances.

It's a vacation, a dance party and a dance camp all in one !

A tremendous vacation and dance event value.

HOST CONTACT INFO: Robin Smith 1-919-280-3870

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Calling all West Coast Swing Dancers!

In 2023 Hall of Famers Robert Cordoba & Dawn Garrish rocked the Swing Room!

Please note the schedule is subject to change! 

FRIDAY:  Strictly Swing (Nov/Int, Adv/Allstar, Sophisticated) Find your partner and register today. You will need a Friday evening pass and entry fee. This is followed by awesome social dancing! Event will be at approximately 7:00pm, times are subject to change. (Registration for Strictly Swing will be available shortly)

SATURDAY: WSDC Jack & Jill (New, Nov, Int, Adv & All Star) on Saturday.  Saturday Prelim times approximately 5pm. Finals will be later in the evening. Please stay tuned as times will be subject to change. You will need a Saturday evening pass and event admission. 

Social dancing to follow!

We always have lots of great West Coast Swing workshops planned!

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Lots of social dancing Friday and Saturday nights with a WCS specific room! Tons of workshops during the day in West Coast, Country, & Ballroom.

REGISTRATION:  We sold out of evening passes at our 2023 event. We ask you to sign up on line in advance to guarentee your sport and so we don’t have lines at registration and we begin the contest promptly.

Also check out our weekend passes to enjoy great workshops and cross over to our other genres!

**Note: The West Coast Swing Jack & Jill will be run using World Swing Dance Council rules and regulations.

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Closest Cruise Ports Near Me: Midwest United States

Here's how to choose the best cruise port.

By Robert Schrader | Published on July 19, 2023

If you live in the Midwest United States and Google "cruise ports near me," you might initially feel shocked. As a born-and-bred Midwesterner, I know all too well what an ordeal getting to the coast can be! Whether you fly west to Los Angeles and Seattle, or southward to Houston, New Orleans or Miami, the idea of having to take a flight before you take your cruise can be daunting. I, however, prefer to think of it as exhilarating — here's why.

The Truth About Cruising From The Midwest

There are a lot of reasons to love living in the Midwest — easy access to the ocean is not among them. Growing up, I remember many a long drive to the Gulf or the Atlantic, arguably more than any beach or seafood meal. As an adult, however, I can appreciate that there's opportunity in having to reach one destination en route to another, even as an adult who's spent a fair few living outside the middle of the country.

Indeed, rather than asking, "Where is the closest cruise port to me?" you might instead ask where the coolest one is. Depending on how much time you've allocated for your cruise and the preferences of the people in your party, you can think of the place where you set sail from as a trip-within-a-trip. Before your ship leaves or after it returns to port, make the most of your travels by diving into the city where you'll embark on your journey.

Another factor to keep in mind, beyond convenience and personal preferences, is that not all cruise destinations are accessible from every cruise port. Obviously, if you're cruising to the Caribbean , doing so from the West Coast will be a very circuitous journey indeed. Likewise, the vast majority of Alaska cruises depart from Seattle, or even from ports in Alaska itself, depending upon which one you choose.

Here, too, lies an opportunity. Personally, rather than wondering about the nearest cruise port to me, I sometimes think of the two main decisions I need to make — where I'll leave from and where I'll go — together. Heading to Central America from New Orleans, for example, is a package deal. You can see the stunning beaches of Belize on the front end, then swim through a world of sugar and dough with beignets  at Café du Monde in New Orleans on the back end. Which combination will you choose?

The Best Cruise Port To The Caribbean

It's no surprise that the Caribbean is one of the world's most diverse cruising destinations, with as many ports to visit as there are postcard-perfect beaches. Some of the most popular ports for Caribbean cruises include Galveston (near Houston), New Orleans and the ports of Fort Lauderdale and Miami in South Florida. These ports are just a quick — and often affordable — flight from the Midwestern United States.

The Galveston  cruise port is a popular option, for many reasons. For travelers who are flying, the fact that both of Houston's airports are hubs means you'll have your pick of convenient flights from the Midwest. Driving to the coast? While the Houston area isn't exactly close to most of the Midwest, it's a relatively straight shot. As far as what to do in Galveston? Let's just say that if the beaches (and beach boardwalk) don't entice, the amazing seafood meals and century-old architecture should do the trick.

When it comes to Florida  cruise ports, meanwhile, you've got even more options. If you can plan for a few days here before or after your cruise vacation, you can explore all of South Florida, and maybe even beyond that. With a couple of days, you can explore everywhere from Palm Beach to South Beach; and with a few more than that, you could do a Florida Keys road trip.

Considering the New Orleans  cruise port? This is a personal favorite of mine. Usually, I like to set sail for my destination (typically somewhere in Mexico or Central America, but sometimes farther east) and then return to the Big Easy as my reward for a trip well-taken. Depending on my mood, I may just chill out in the French Quarter, explore churches and cemeteries, stuff myself on Jambalaya or even boat through the nearby bayous.

Where To Begin Your Pacific Pilgrimage

Pacific cruises aren't as typical of a choice for Midwestern travelers for one obvious reason: Los Angeles  is a lot farther than Louisiana! On the other hand, no matter where on America's left coast you hit the open sea from, Pacific cruises are more than worth the journey of getting there. This would be true even if you didn't spend a couple days in the port city but is especially true if you do.

Headed to Mexico? Even though ports in the LA area will never appear in a list of "cruise ports near me" if you live in cities like Chicago or St. Louis, SoCal is more than just a gateway to Mexico's Baja Peninsula or offshore Catalina Island. Sometimes, I like to spend a day or two here and rent a car. From there, I head north along the 101 to Malibu or Santa Barbara, or dig into unique neighborhoods — Thai town and its spicy food are a personal favorite place to stop.

If you have a little longer before or after your cruise, you have endlessly more options. Head south, whether to the OC and Laguna Beach or all the way to San Diego. You could also drive eastward into the desert, whether to the famous Joshua Tree or to somewhere more obscure or even farther north along the Pacific Coast Highway to Big Sur and beyond. Los Angeles is the city of dreams not just for Hollywood hopefuls, but also for travelers with inspiration and curiosity.

Apart from the Los Angeles cruise port, the most popular place to set sail is probably Seattle, which is a common jumping-off-point for cruises to Alaska. Here, you can spend a night or two and explore exciting neighborhoods like Downtown Seattle and Capitol Hill, or stay longer and hike Mt. Rainier or destinations even farther into the rainforests of the Pacific Northwest. Some Alaska cruises even depart from Anchorage. If you fly here, spend some time kayaking near Seward or even enjoy a drive north to Fairbanks before you head for even wilder waters.

The Europe Cruising Quandary

While it's technically possible to cruise all the way to Europe from ports on the east coast of the United States, many shorter European cruises actually depart from European ports. Some popular options include Barcelona, the timeless city of Antoni Gaudí where the curious sounds of Catalán  are as audible as more familiar Castellano, and the floating city of Venice, where your cruise vessel isn't the only ship that can take you somewhere exciting.

In this instance, being in the Midwest doesn't actually put you at much of a disadvantage compared to other American travelers. You may need to connect somewhere if you don't live in a city with a major hub (as I don't), but everyone who isn't sailing the whole way to Europe will have to get on a plane . If you think a Europe cruise will float your boat, then, don't stress out about the journey to your destination.

Instead, get excited: Most major European ports are well-connected to regions and cities you're unlikely to visit on your cruise itinerary — this really is two trips in one. Cruising from Athens? Use your days in the ancient city as an opportunity to head to inland Greek destinations like Mount Olympus and the monastery of Meteora, or even to head north into Balkan countries like Albania, Macedonia, Bosnia and beyond.

When "the closest cruise port to me" is on the other side of the ocean, it also invites you to make more adventurous choices. Everyone loves the Mediterranean, for example, by why not head north and sail beneath summer's Midnight Sun? Whether from the fairy tale city of Copenhagen and its Little Mermaid statue or from London where traveling the world can be as simple as visiting a few different neighborhoods, Northern Europe is a hotter cruise destination than its temperatures suggest.

Wheels Down, Anchor Up

Written By ROBERT SCHRADER 

Robert Schrader is a writer, photographer and one of the web's original travel bloggers. In 2009 he launched his blog  Leave Your Daily Hell , which has taken him to nearly 100 countries, and has since spun off niche sites focused on Japan, Thailand, Taiwan and Italy. Robert seeks to inform, inspire, entertain and empower travelers through his work, which has been featured in in-flight magazines and digital media outlets around the world. He's excited about travel's post-pandemic rebirth, and in particular the cruise industry's comeback!

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The Chicago Classic 2023

Thursday, March 16, 2023 thru Sunday, March 19, 2023

Dance styles: West Coast Swing

Event Details

The top professionals in West Coast Swing will assemble in the cosmopolitan city of Chicago to teach, compete, learn, and dance from March 16 through March 19, 2023 (Thursday – Sunday). The Chicago Classic is proud to be the only National Association of Swing Dance Events (NASDE) event in the Midwest and is also a sanctioned World Swing Dance Council (WSDC) member. We are known as a trend-setting event that aims to provide attendees with the best possible instruction from top champions from across the US and beyond.

While social dancing in our masterfully curated and immersive ballroom is always a highlight of the event, our featured selection of workshops and intensives will enhance and accelerate your dancing skills. This includes workshops presented by the immense talents of Thibault & Nicole Ramirez, Hugo Miguez & Stacy Kay, Sean McKeever & Alyssa Glanville, Glenn Ball & Emily Huang, Kenneth Rutland & Bryn Anderson, Joel Torgeson & Chantelle Pianetta, Jake Haning & Mackenzie Goodmanson, Conor McClure & Lisa Picard, Doug Silton, and Nino DiGiulio. In addition to all the dancing, our host hotel is conveniently located a short walk from Woodfield Mall, one of Chicago's premier shopping and dining destinations. The city's downtown area, with its many attractions and the natural beauty of Lake Michigan, is just a 30-minute drive away or short train ride. Take advantage of all that this amazing city has to offer while you're here for the Chicago Classic.

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We understand that sometimes plans can change, and we want to do our best to accommodate you. While we are unable to offer refunds for tickets to the 2023 event, we do allow you to transfer your ticket to another person. To do so, simply provide us with the name and email address of the person you would like to transfer your ticket to. We also want to remind you that contests, intensives, and workshops are non-refundable and non-transferable. We recommend carefully considering your participation in these events and making sure you are able to commit before signing up. Thank you for your understanding and we look forward to seeing you at this year's event!

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Moscow is a Volga River cruise port, Russia's capital and largest city (population over 12,2 million, metro 17 million). Moscow City covers a total area of approx 2610 km 2 (970 mi2). By population, the city is ranked the world's 14th largest. Moscow is one of the Russian Federation's all 3 federal cities - together with St Petersburg and Sevastopol .

Being Russian Federation's capital, Moscow is a major economic, political, scientific and cultural center, as well as Europe's biggest city.

According to Forbes 2013, Moscow has been ranked as the 9th most expensive city in the world by Mercer and has one of the largest urban economies, being ranked as an alpha global city according to Globalization and World Cities Research Network. It is also one of the fastest-growing tourist destinations in the world according to MasterCard Global Destination Cities Index. Moscow is the northernmost and the coldest megacity and metropolis on the Earth. It's home to Ostankino Tower, the tallest free-standing European structure; the Federation Tower, the tallest European skyscraper; and the Moscow International Business Center. 

Moscow is situated on Moskva River in the Central Federal District of European Russia, which makes it the most populated inland city in the world. Moscow city is well known for architecture, particularly its historic buildings like Saint Basil's Cathedral. With over 40% of its territory covered by greenery, it's one of the greenest capitals and major cities in Europe and the world. Moscow is the seat of power of the Russian Government, being the site of Moscow Kremlin, a medieval city-fortress that is now the residence of the President of Russia. Moscow Kremlin and Red Square are among the several World Heritage Sites in the city. 

Moscow has 2 passenger terminals, North River Terminal (Rechnoy vokzal) and South River Terminal. The regular ship routes and cruises along Moskva and Oka rivers are used mostly for entertainment. North River Terminal (1937-built) is currently the main hub for long-range routes along the river. There are 3 freight ports that serve Moscow.

In late-July 2021 the city announced plans to incorporate a fleet (unspecified number) of fully electric passenger ferries into its public transportation network from summer 2022, the goal being to reduce the dependence on cars.

• The boats are designed with length ~22 m (72 ft), passenger capacity 42, modern amenities (Wi-Fi, USB charging points, tables for working commuters), spaces for storing scooters and bicycles.
• Moscow Transport confirmed that two routes (with max daily capacity ~16,000 passengers) have already been mapped out.
• Passengers will be able to pay via bank cards, the city’s Troika card (smart card for travel by any public transportation) or biometric payment cards. Those with monthly/yearly public transit tickets will use the boats at no extra cost.
• The new electric ferry service is up to 5 times faster (in comparison to other city public transports) and ~2 times faster than by car.

Moscow cruise terminal

Moscow's cruise terminal is called North River Terminal or River Station  ("Rechnoy Vokzal" / "речной вокзал").

The terminal was opened in 1937 and is one of 2 passenger terminals (the other being South River Terminal) of the city's river transport. North River Terminal is the main hub for long-range (including cruise) shipping routes. 

South River Terminal (above photo) was opened in 1985.

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